Not very far from Mandalay, Sagaing is a mesmerizing hill consists of hundreds of stunning pagodas, stupas, and monasteries. With so many things to discover, this is one of the interesting places to visit in Myanmar trips . In this article, get more insights into this extraordinary land. After the fall of Bagan, Athinkhaya Sawyun, son of the youngest of the three Shan brothers founded Sagaing in 1315. It lies on the right bank of the Ayeyarwady. It has no great place in history as the capital was moved to Innwa by Thadominbya after 50 years. Alaungpaya’s eldest son Naungdawgyi had his capital again at Sagaing for four years (1760-64) and when he died Innwa once again became the seat of royalty. The place is, however, one of the most picturesque sites of Myanmar with numerous pagodas crowning the tops of the hills at the back. Among the notable pagodas at Sagaing is the Htupayon built by Narapatigyi (1443-1469) of Innwa. On the occasion of the hti-hoisting ceremony, the king const...